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Improving disability awareness

Earlier this month, the president signed into law the Achieving A Better Life Experience Act. The act outlines a savings plan, similar to the existing 529 plans for college tuition, that would allow those with disabilities to save their money for when they need it. Find out how these accounts will work in this post.

The Connections Program can provide an environment that is especially calm and supportive for individuals who may be challenged by noise and crowds. Connections visitors also benefit from specially trained tour guides as a part of their museum experience. Find out more about the effort in this post.… Read More »

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) will once again turn to social media as a method of reaching out to the public regarding federal employment of people with disabilities. An informal “Twitter Chat” will be held Tuesday, October 28th at 2pm. To participate in the hour-long conversation, users must be logged in to their free account (via http://twitter.com) and include the hashtag #EEOC4NDEAM in each of their comments. Organizers have indicated that questions and comments related to the hiring, promotion… Read More »

Michael Macias, now fifteen years old, has not let his blindness stop him from hearing music in everyday circumstances. Let his love for tunes shine through during his Oct. 10th show in the Port City.… Read More »

Congress designated each October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). The Office of Disability Employment Policy has the lead in planning NDEAM activities and materials to increase the public’s awareness of the contributions and skills of American workers with disabilities. Find out how you can help celebrate in this post.… Read More »

About This Blog

My name is David Morrison. I am a graduate student living with cerebral palsy. As Chair of the Cape Fear Disability Commission, (CFDC), I will keep you informed of its activities, and act as your representative. Through this blog, I hope to improve disability awareness. With my first-hand knowledge and your help we can enhance the lives of those who have different abilities. This is meant to be an open discussion forum. You may wish to raise questions as well as learn about online resources, articles, meetings, events etc. This blog is open to everyone, and active participation is welcome! Check out snippets from my blog in every Saturday’s Local section. Please feel free to comment on anything here via the blog, or by dropping me an email at david.morrison87@yahoo.com